BIIAB Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care (Adults) for England (QCF)

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1 Qualification Handbook BIIAB Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care (Adults) for England (QCF) 601/6879/1 Version 1.1 BIIAB November 2015

2 BIIAB Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care Table of Contents 1. About the BIIAB Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care (Adults) for England (QCF) Objective and purpose of this qualification About this pack BIIAB Customer Service What are Rules of Combination (ROC)? BIIAB Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care (Adults) for England (QCF) Rules of Combination (ROC) and structure Age Restriction Entry Requirements and Progression Assessment Initial Assessment and Induction Delivery Resources Design and delivery Format of Units Initial Registration Mandatory Units Version 1.1 BIIAB November

3 BIIAB Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care 1. About the BIIAB Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care (Adults) for England (QCF) BIIAB is regulated to deliver this qualification by Ofqual in England, Wales and Northern Ireland. The qualification has a unique Qualification Number (QN) which is shown below. Each unit within the qualification will also have a Regulatory Unit Reference Number (URN). The QN code will be displayed on the final certificate for the qualification. Qualification title BIIAB Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care (Adults) for England (QCF) Qualification Number (QN) 601/6879/1 2. Objective and purpose of this qualification This qualification has been designed to allow learners to obtain and then demonstrate the knowledge and skills required to work effectively and flexibly within Adult Social Care at level 3. Achievement of this qualification indicates competence. Alongside the BIIAB Level 3 Certificate in Preparing to Work in Adult Social Care (QCF), the BIIAB Level 2 Award in Employment Responsibilities and Rights in Health, Social Care, Children and Young People s Settings (QCF) and Functional Skills, the qualification is designed to make up the component parts of the Adult Social Care pathway of the Advanced Level Apprenticeship in Health and Social Care in England. Please note that apprentices on the Health pathway are not required to complete the BIIAB Level 3 Certificate in Preparing to Work in Adult Social Care (QCF). The primary purpose of the qualification is to confirm occupational competence. As such, this qualification has value either as a stand-alone qualification or as part of an Apprenticeship. Due to constant regulatory, policy and funding changes, users are advised to check this qualification has been placed in the relevant Apprenticeship Framework and / or is funded for use with individual learners before making registrations. If you are unsure about the qualification s status, please contact BIIAB head office. Version 1.1 BIIAB November

4 3. About this pack BIIAB Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care This support pack has been developed to provide guidance for learners, assessors and verifiers undertaking, delivering, or quality assuring this qualification. The purpose of the support pack is to provide the majority of the key information that may be needed to prepare for, and help support, the successful delivery of the qualification, in one place. If this pack is updated, centres will be notified via the BIIAB monthly newsletter which goes to approved centres. 4. BIIAB Customer Service BIIAB is committed to giving the highest possible levels of customer service. The BIIAB s Service Level Agreement is available via Our Customer Service team can be contacted between the hours of 0900 and 1700 Monday to Friday by using the contact details below, or outside those hours, by leaving a message on our voic service. Customer Service Contact Details: customersupport@bii.org Our Customer Service team will be happy to assist with any administration-related enquiries you may have. For example: registration and certification enquiries re-certification issues Centres available in the local area appeals whistleblowing. Version 1.1 BIIAB November

5 BIIAB Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care 5. What are Rules of Combination (ROC)? Under the Regulatory Framework qualifications can be made up of a combination of mandatory and/or optional units. The units and credits required to complete a qualification are set out by the rules of combination (ROC). The ROC allows for flexibility and transferability. The ROC will specify: The total credit value of the qualification The amount of credit that must be achieved within specific groupings of units (eg Mandatory, Optional Unit, and Optional groups) The minimum credit which must be achieved at the level or above the level of the qualification The Guided Learning Hours (GLH) The title, Unit Regulation Number and BIIAB Unit number for each unit, alongside its level, credit and GLH Any barred units (units that cannot be taken together as part of the qualification) When choosing the appropriate route for a learner or group of learners, it is the responsibility of the centre to ensure the rules of combination are adhered to. Version 1.1 BIIAB November

6 BIIAB Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care 6. BIIAB Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care (Adults) for England (QCF) Rules of Combination (ROC) and structure To achieve the Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care (Adults) for England learners must gain a total of 58 credits. This must consist of: Minimum total credit: 58 Mandatory Group A minimum credit: 28 A minimum of 30 Credits from Optional Groups B and C as follows: o o A minimum of 2 credits and a maximum of 7 credits from Optional Group B A minimum of 23 credits Optional Group C A minimum of 35 credits must be achieved through the completion of units at Level 3 and above Minimum GLH: 315 Maximum GLH: 447 The qualification has been developed based upon industry feedback as to the fundamental knowledge and skills required to work in the sector at the level. Listed below are the qualification units. Version 1.1 BIIAB November

7 Mandatory Group A BIIAB Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care Unit no URN Unit Title Credit Level GLH Assessment method CA132 J/601/1434 Promote communication in health, social care or children s and young people s settings CA138 A/601/1429 Engage in personal development in health, social care or children s and young people s settings CA404 Y/601/1437 Promote equality and inclusion in health, social care or children s and young people s settings CA140 R/601/1436 Principles for implementing duty of care in health, social care or children s and young people s settings CA30 A/601/8574 Principles of safeguarding and protection in health and social care CA44 J/601/8576 The role of the health and social care worker CA141 Y/601/8145 Promote person centred approaches in health and social care CA142 F/601/8138 Promote and implement health and safety in health and social care CA143 J/601/9470 Promote good practice in handling information in health and social care settings Portfolio Portfolio Portfolio Assessment Knowledge Module Assessment Knowledge Module Portfolio Portfolio Portfolio Portfolio Version 1.1 BIIAB November

8 Optional Group B BIIAB Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care Unit no URN Unit Title Credit Level GLH Assessment method CA49 M/502/3146 Purpose and principles of Independent Advocacy CA50 F/602/0097 Understand mental well-being and mental health promotion Portfolio Portfolio CA51 J/602/0103 Understand mental health problems Portfolio CA20 J/601/3538 Understand the process and experience of dementia CA17 K/601/9199 Understand the administration of medication to individuals with dementia using a person centred approach CA21 L/601/3539 Understand the role of communication and interactions with individuals who have dementia CA22 Y/601/3544 Understand the diversity of individuals with dementia and the importance of inclusion CA145 Y/601/8579 Understand theories of relationships and social networks CA31 K/601/9493 Introduction to personalisation in social care CA53 L/501/6737 The principles of Infection Prevention and Control Assessment Knowledge Module Assessment Knowledge Module Assessment Knowledge Module Assessment Knowledge Module Portfolio Assessment Knowledge Module Portfolio CA54 H/501/7103 Causes and Spread of Infection Portfolio CA55 R/501/6738 Cleaning, Decontamination and Waste Management CA29 K/601/5315 Understand the context of supporting individuals with learning disabilities CA58 H/601/5703 Principles of supporting an individual to maintain personal hygiene CA146 J/601/6293 Understand positive risk taking for individuals with disabilities CA61 A/601/6274 Principles of supporting individuals with a learning disability regarding sexuality and sexual health CA147 T/601/5317 Understand how to support individuals with autistic spectrum conditions Portfolio Assessment Knowledge Module Portfolio Portfolio Portfolio Portfolio Version 1.1 BIIAB November

9 BIIAB Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care Unit no URN Unit Title Credit Level GLH Assessment method CA62 M/601/7227 Principles of supporting young people with a disability to make the transition into adulthood Portfolio CA63 M/601/7048 Principles of self-directed support Portfolio CA148 J/601/6150 Understand Physical Disability Portfolio CA149 Y/601/6167 Understand the impact of Acquired Brain Injury on individuals Portfolio CA150 M/601/3467 Understand Sensory Loss Portfolio CA151 F/601/3473 Understand Models of Disability Portfolio CA152 T/502/7599 Understand the Effects of Ageing in Activity Provision Portfolio CA153 D/503/1839 Diabetes Awareness Portfolio CA6 Y/503/8689 Understand how to provide support when working in end of life care Assessment Knowledge Module CA156 A/503/8135 Understand Advance Care Planning Portfolio CA7 J/503/8137 Understand how to support individuals during the last days of life Assessment Knowledge Module CA159 F/503/8704 End of life and dementia care Portfolio CA271 H/602/3185 Understanding professional supervision practice CA154 K/502/7583 Understanding and Enabling Assisting and Moving Individuals Portfolio Portfolio CA71 F/503/7150 Stroke Awareness Portfolio CA158 J/503/7165 Understand Stroke Care Management Portfolio CA28 L/504/8409 Awareness of the Mental Capacity Act 2005 CA70 D/504/2243 Understand the factors affecting older people Assessment Knowledge Module Portfolio Version 1.1 BIIAB November

10 Optional Group C BIIAB Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care Unit no URN Unit Title Credit Level GLH Assessment method CA160 T/502/3147 Providing Independent Advocacy support CA161 A/502/3148 Maintaining the Independent Advocacy relationship CA162 F/502/3149 Responding to the advocacy needs of different groups of people CA163 M/601/0648 Recognise indications of substance misuse and refer individuals to specialists CA164 A/601/0670 Support individuals who are substance users CA165 D/501/0585 Identify and act upon immediate risk of danger to substance misusers CA166 M/601/0682 Provide services to those affected by someone else s substance use CA167 H/501/0586 Increase awareness about drugs, alcohol or other substances with individuals and groups Portfolio Portfolio Portfolio Portfolio Portfolio Portfolio Portfolio Portfolio CA168 T/601/0666 Test for substance use Portfolio CA169 D/601/0662 Carry out initial assessments to identify and prioritise the needs of substance misusers CA170 K/501/0587 Carry out comprehensive substance misuse assessment CA171 D/601/0676 Assist with the transfer of individuals, who misuse substances, between agencies and services CA172 K/501/0590 Support individuals through detoxification programmes CA173 R/601/3526 Develop and sustain effective working relationships with staff in other agencies CA74 Y/501/0598 Administer medication to individuals, and monitor the effects CA216 D/501/0599 Supply and exchange injecting equipment for individuals CA79 T/601/9187 Understand and meet the nutritional requirements of individuals with dementia CA80 A/601/9191 Enable rights and choices of individuals with dementia whilst minimising risks Portfolio Portfolio Portfolio Portfolio Portfolio Portfolio Portfolio Portfolio Portfolio Version 1.1 BIIAB November

11 BIIAB Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care Unit no URN Unit Title Credit Level GLH Assessment method CA81 Y/601/4693 Understand and enable interaction and communication with individuals who have dementia CA82 F/601/4686 Equality, diversity and inclusion in dementia care practice CA136 K/601/9025 Provide support to manage pain and discomfort CA97 R/601/7902 Gain access to the homes of individuals, deal with emergencies and ensure security on departure Portfolio Portfolio Portfolio Portfolio CA100 T/601/8721 Undertake agreed pressure area care Portfolio CA104 J/601/8027 Move and position individuals in accordance with their plan of care CA210 T/601/9027 Contribute to raising awareness of health issues CA174 A/601/9028 Provide support to continue recommended therapies CA175 L/601/8028 Provide support to maintain and develop skills for everyday life CA176 L/601/8644 Facilitate learning and development activities to meet individual needs and preferences CA209 M/601/9494 Support the development of community partnerships Portfolio Portfolio Portfolio Portfolio Portfolio Portfolio CA177 D/601/9491 Implement therapeutic group activities Portfolio CA178 H/601/9492 Support individuals to develop and run support groups CA179 M/601/9611 Prepare to support individuals within a shared lives arrangement CA180 F/601/7927 Support individuals to access and use services and facilities CA181 J/601/9601 Provide support for individuals within a shared lives arrangement Portfolio Portfolio Portfolio Portfolio CA108 R/601/8578 Support individuals in their relationships Portfolio CA109 H/601/8049 Facilitate person centred assessment, planning, implementation and review Portfolio CA110 Y/601/7903 Support individuals to live at home Portfolio CA230 D/601/7904 Support individuals to manage their finances CA231 H/601/7905 Support individuals to access and manage direct payments Portfolio Portfolio Version 1.1 BIIAB November

12 BIIAB Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care Unit no URN Unit Title Credit Level GLH Assessment method CA232 K/601/7906 Support individuals to access housing and accommodation services CA137 R/601/8581 Support individuals to deal with personal relationship problems CA111 T/601/8282 Support Individuals With Specific Communication Needs CA182 M/601/7907 Support individuals during a period of change CA183 T/601/7908 Support individuals to prepare for and settle in to new home environments Portfolio Portfolio Portfolio Portfolio Portfolio CA112 A/601/7909 Support individuals who are bereaved Portfolio CA113 H/601/8147 Work in partnership with families to support individuals Portfolio CA114 F/601/3764 Promote positive behaviour Portfolio CA115 F/601/4056 Support use of medication in social care settings Portfolio CA116 T/601/9495 Support individuals at the end of life Portfolio CA117 R/601/8824 Prepare environments and resources for use during healthcare activities CA118 A/601/8980 Prepare for and carry out extended feeding techniques CA184 Y/601/9022 Undertake tissue viability risk assessments Portfolio Portfolio Portfolio CA185 R/601/8662 Undertake physiological measurements Portfolio CA186 D/601/8860 Obtain venous blood samples Portfolio CA187 J/601/8979 Undertake urethral catheterisation processes CA188 A/601/9174 Identify the physical health needs of individuals with mental health needs and plan appropriate actions CA189 K/601/9185 Support families in maintaining relationships in their wider social structures CA190 F/601/9029 Work with families, carers and individuals during times of crisis CA191 L/601/9034 Enable individuals with behavioural difficulties to develop strategies to change their behaviour CA192 J/601/9968 Help individuals address their substance use through an action plan Portfolio Portfolio Portfolio Portfolio Portfolio Portfolio Version 1.1 BIIAB November

13 BIIAB Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care Unit no URN Unit Title Credit Level GLH Assessment method CA193 Y/601/8825 Interact with and support individuals using telecommunications CA194 T/601/9738 Implement the positive behavioural support model CA195 L/601/9549 Support positive risk taking for individuals CA121 K/601/9963 Support individuals to maintain personal hygiene CA196 A/601/7215 Support person-centred thinking and planning Portfolio Portfolio Portfolio Portfolio Portfolio CA197 D/601/7353 Promote active support Portfolio CA198 J/601/8657 Support individuals with a learning disability to access healthcare CA123 F/602/0049 Support young people with a disability to make the transition into adulthood Portfolio Portfolio CA124 K/601/7047 Support parents with disabilities Portfolio CA125 J/602/0053 Support individuals with self-directed support CA199 K/601/6190 Work with other professionals and agencies to support individuals with physical disability CA200 M/601/5817 Support families who are affected by Acquired Brain Injury CA201 D/601/5750 Support families who have a child with a disability CA202 K/601/3483 Promote effective communication with individuals with sensory loss CA208 A/601/5190 Support individuals with multiple conditions and/or disabilities CA203 J/601/3541 Support individuals in the use of assistive technology CA204 R/601/3543 Support the assessment of individuals with sensory loss CA205 D/601/3545 Support the promotion of awareness of sensory loss CA206 H/601/3546 Support individuals to access education, training or employment CA207 R/601/5180 Enable individuals to negotiate environments Portfolio Portfolio Portfolio Portfolio Portfolio Portfolio Portfolio Portfolio Portfolio Portfolio Portfolio LHS15 D/504/6101 First aid essentials Portfolio Version 1.1 BIIAB November

14 BIIAB Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care Unit no URN Unit Title Credit Level GLH Assessment method CA223 H/504/2194 Contribute to effective team working in health and social care or children and young people s settings CA228 M/504/2196 Support individuals with autistic spectrum conditions CA226 T/504/2202 Support individuals to stay safe from harm or abuse CA224 J/504/2205 Provide support to adults who have experienced harm or abuse CA225 R/504/2207 Supporting infection prevention and control in social care CA217 T/503/2575 Promote nutrition and hydration in health and social care settings Portfolio Portfolio Portfolio Portfolio Portfolio Portfolio Version 1.1 BIIAB November

15 BIIAB Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care Barred Units Knowledge units barred against equivalent competence units This unit CA14 The person centred approach to the care and support of individuals with dementia (H/601/2879) CA15 Understand the factors that can influence communication and interaction with individuals who have dementia (T/601/9416) CA16 Understand equality, diversity and inclusion in dementia care (A/601/2886) CA32 Principles of positive risk taking for individuals with disabilities (K/601/6285) CA58 Principles of supporting an individual to maintain personal hygiene (H/601/5703) CA34 Principles of supporting individuals with a learning disability to access healthcare (T/601/8654) CA62 Principles of supporting young people with a disability to make the transition into adulthood (M/601/7227) CA63 Principles of self-directed support (M/601/7048) CA74 Administer medication to individuals, and monitor the effects (Y/501/0598) CA78 Approaches to enable rights and choices for individuals with dementia whilst minimising risks (H/601/9282) is barred against this unit / these units CA75 Understand and implement a person centred approach to the care and support of individuals with dementia (F/601/3683) CA21 Understand the role of communication and interactions with individuals who have dementia (L/601/3539) CA77 Understand and enable interaction and communication with individuals with dementia (A/601/9434) CA81 Understand and enable interaction and communication with individuals who have dementia (Y/601/4693) CA22 Understand the diversity of individuals with dementia and the importance of inclusion (Y/601/3544) CA76 Equality, diversity and inclusion in dementia care practice (Y/601/9277) CA82 Equality, diversity and inclusion in dementia care practice (F/601/4686) CA107 Contribute to support of positive risktaking for individuals (A/601/9546) CA121 Support individuals to maintain personal hygiene (K/601/9963) CA122 Contribute to supporting individuals with a learning disability to access healthcare (J/602/0036) CA123 Support young people with a disability to make the transition into adulthood (F/602/0049) CA125 Support individuals with self-directed support (J/602/0053) CA115 Support use of medication in social care settings (F/601/4056) CA80 Enable rights and choices of individuals with dementia whilst minimising risks (A/601/9191) Version 1.1 BIIAB November

16 BIIAB Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care 7. Age Restriction The qualification in this handbook is appropriate for use in the following age ranges: Entry Requirements and Progression There are no entry requirements for this qualification. However, learners must be assessed to ensure they have a reasonable chance of achievement and will be able to generate the required evidence. Learners will maximise their chances of achievement if they first undertake the BIIAB Level 3 Certificate in Preparing to Work in Adult Social Care (QCF), which provides and assesses learners on the knowledge required to work in this area at this level. The qualification is designed to equip learners with the opportunity to demonstrate competence in order to work effectively within Adult Social Care at this level. For learners who want to continue their learning at a higher level in this area the recommended progression route is to the BIIAB Level 4 Diploma in Adult Care (England) (QCF). It also will allow for a number of progression routes into other areas of learning. Achievement of the qualification offers opportunities for progression, including: 601/7304/X BIIAB Level 4 Diploma in Adult Care (England) (QCF) Version 1.1 BIIAB November

17 9. Assessment BIIAB Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care Overview of assessment strategy The qualification contains competence units. Competence units are assessed following NVQ principles and require learners to build a portfolio of evidence, which will demonstrate competence by various means including observation by an assessor. Assessments provided by BIIAB will ensure that effective learning has taken place and that learners have the opportunity to: Meet the assessment criteria Achieve the learning outcomes. Assessment process Assessment is the process used to judge the competence, of a learner, against set standards. The assessor is the person who is responsible for determining learners competence. The assessor may be a work place supervisor or an external person who is trained and qualified, or working towards a qualification relevant to the assessor role. Assessors base their judgement on performance and decide how it compares to the national standard. The assessor will also ask questions based on the knowledge required to do the work, to ascertain the knowledge and understanding of the learner. When the required units have been completed and the assessor is satisfied that the learner has met the national standard, a recommendation for a certificate will be made. An Internal Quality Assurer (IQA) is responsible for the quality assurance of the qualifications within the training organisation and will provide advice, guidance and support to the assessors. IQAs also ensure that the assessors apply the standards consistently and fairly. The IQA will review the portfolio of evidence during the assessment process. An External Quality Assurer (EQA), who is appointed by BIIAB, will verify the assessment and internal verification decisions involved in the development of the portfolio. The EQA will quality assure the qualification process, which ensures that certification of the qualification is reliable, consistent and to the national standard, by checking the consistency of assessments made by the training provider, and across training providers. Version 1.1 BIIAB November

18 Assessment Strategy BIIAB Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care The Assessment Strategy has been designed by Skills for Care. While BIIAB has not itself designed the strategy it agrees with the principles and their suitability as an Assessment Strategy for this qualification, it has agreed that this strategy will be applied for this qualification and it has agreed that it will monitor the compliance of BIIAB centres offering this qualification against the criteria. As such all centres and their assessment must adhere to the current Skills for Care designed assessment strategy for this qualification. The assessment strategy for this qualification can be seen in the section which follows and it provides details of the key requirements for the qualification and the assessor, verifiers delivering, quality assuring and certificating the qualification. Please note that unit LHS15 First Aid Essentials is to be assessed in accordance with the Skills for Health Assessment Principles for First Aid Qualifications. These principles follow the Skills for Care Assessment Principles. Skills for Care Assessment Principles 1 Introduction 1.1 Skills for Care and Development (SfC&D) is the UK sector skills council (SSC) for social care, children, early years and young people. Its structure for realising the SSC remit is via an alliance of six organisations: : Care Council for Wales, Children's Workforce Development Council, General Social Care Council, Northern Ireland Social Care Council, Scottish Social Services Council and Skills for Care. 1.2 This document sets out those principles and approaches to QCF unit/qualification assessment not already described in the Regulatory Arrangements for the Qualifications and Credit Framework. The information is intended to support the quality assurance processes of Awarding Organisations that offer qualifications in the Sector, and should be read alongside these. It should also be read alongside individual unit assessment requirements. Additional information/guidance regarding individual unit assessment can be obtained from Awarding Organisations, or from Skills for Care and Development. This must be used in order to provide the proper context for learning and assessment. 1.3 These principles will ensure a consistent approach to those elements of assessment which require further interpretation and definition, and support sector confidence in the new arrangements. 1.4 Where Skills for Care and Development qualifications are joint with Skills for Health, Skill for Health will also use these assessment principles. Version 1.1 BIIAB November

19 2 Assessment Principles BIIAB Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care 2.1 Assessment decisions for competence based learning outcomes (e.g. those beginning with to be able to ) must be made in a real work environment by an occupationally competent assessor. Any knowledge evidence integral to these learning outcomes may be generated outside of the work environment but the final assessment decision must be within the real work environment. 2.2 Assessment decisions for competence based Learning Outcomes must be made by an assessor qualified to make assessment decisions. 2.3 Competence based assessment must include direct observation as the main source of evidence 2.4 Simulation may only be utilised as an assessment method for competence based LO where this is specified in the assessment requirements of the unit. 2.5 Expert witnesses can be used for direct observation where: they have occupational expertise for specialist areas or the observation is of a particularly sensitive nature. The use of expert witnesses should be determined and agreed by the assessor. 2.6 Assessment of knowledge based Learning Outcomes (e.g. those beginning with know or understand ) may take place in or outside of a real work environment. 2.7 Assessment decisions for knowledge based Learning Outcomes must be made by an occupationally knowledgeable assessor. 2.8 Assessment decisions for knowledge based Learning Outcomes must be made by an assessor qualified to make assessment decisions. Where assessment is electronic or undertaken according to a set grid, the assessment decisions are made by the person who has set the answers. 3 Internal Quality Assurance 3.1 Internal quality assurance is key to ensuring that the assessment of evidence for units is of a consistent and appropriate quality. Those carrying out internal quality assurance must be occupationally knowledgeable in the area they are assuring and be qualified to make quality assurance decisions. 4 Definitions 4.1 Occupationally competent This means that each assessor must be capable of carrying out the full requirements within the competency units they are assessing. Being occupationally competent means they are also occupationally knowledgeable. This occupational competence should be maintained annually through clearly demonstrable continuing learning and professional development. Version 1.1 BIIAB November

20 BIIAB Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care 4.2 Occupationally knowledgeable This means that each assessor should possess relevant knowledge and understanding, and be able to assess this in units designed to test specific knowledge and understanding, or in units where knowledge and understanding are components of competency. This occupational knowledge should be maintained annually through clearly demonstrable continuing learning and professional development. 4.3 Qualified to make assessment decisions This means that each assessor must hold a qualification suitable to support the making of appropriate and consistent assessment decisions. Awarding Organisations will determine what will qualify those making assessment decisions according to the unit of competence under assessment. In any case of significant uncertainty the SSCs will be consulted. 4.4 Qualified to make quality assurance decisions Awarding Organisations will determine what will qualify those undertaking internal quality assurance to make decisions about that quality assurance. 4.5 Expert witness: An expert witness must: have a working knowledge of the QCF units on which their expertise is based be occupationally competent in their area of expertise. have EITHER any qualification in assessment of workplace performance OR a professional work role which involves evaluating the everyday practice of staff. Version 1.1 BIIAB November

21 BIIAB Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care Skills for Health Assessment Principles for First Aid Qualifications October 2013 v4 Publication of these Assessment Principles Skills for Health is the guardian of the assessment principles and the document will be published on the SfH website. These will be updated from time to time based on best practice requirements. Introduction These Assessment Principles have been produced by Awarding Organisations/Bodies in cooperation with the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) and Qualification Regulators and are supported by Skills for Health. It relates to the assessment of First Aid Qualifications including but not limited to: First Aid at Work (FAW) Emergency First Aid at Work (EFAW) Activity First Aid Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation and Automated External Defibrillation Medical Gases Paediatric First Aid* Emergency Paediatric First Aid* *These assessment principles can be seen as a best practice guide for paediatric first aid, in addition to Skills for Care and Development Assessment Principles. It deals with training, assessment, evidence and quality assurance under the following headings: Roles and responsibilities of those involved in the training, assessment and quality assurance processes Assessment and sources of evidence These principles must be applied in addition to the generic criteria and regulations that Ofqual/SQA/Welsh Government recognised Awarding Organisations/Bodies must meet for the delivery of regulated/accredited qualifications. Roles and Responsibilities of those involved in the Training, Assessment and Quality Assurance Processes This document details the requirements of Trainers and Assessors separately. It is accepted, however, that both roles may be performed by the same person, providing the qualifications and experience requirements for both roles are met. Version 1.1 BIIAB November

22 BIIAB Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care Trainers Those involved in the training of these qualifications must have knowledge and competency in first aid as well as knowledge and competency to train based on qualifications and experience. An acceptable portfolio must show: i. Occupational knowledge and competence in first aid evidenced by: Holding a first aid at work/medical qualification as detailed in Appendix 1 ii. Knowledge and competency in teaching/training first aid evidenced by: Holding Assessors an acceptable teaching/training qualification as detailed in Appendix 2 AND either: Providing an acceptable log of teaching first aid within the last 3 years or Providing an acceptable record of competently teaching theoretical and practical first aid sessions under the supervision of a suitably qualified Trainer/Assessor Those involved in the assessment of these qualifications must have knowledge and competency in first aid as well as knowledge and competency to assess based on qualifications and experience. An acceptable portfolio must show: i. Occupational knowledge and competence in first aid evidenced by: Holding a first aid at work/medical qualification as detailed in Appendix 1 ii. Knowledge and competency in assessing first aid evidenced by: Holding an acceptable assessing qualification/cpd Training as detailed in Appendix 2 AND either: Providing an acceptable log of first aid assessments conducted within the last 3 years or Providing an acceptable record of competently assessing theoretical and practical first aid qualifications under the supervision of a suitably qualified assessor. Internal Quality Assurance Those involved in the internal quality assurance of these qualifications (IQA s) must have knowledge and competency in first aid as well as knowledge and competency in internal quality assurance. An acceptable portfolio must show: i. Occupational knowledge and competence in first aid evidenced by: Holding a first aid at work/medical qualification as detailed in Appendix 1 Version 1.1 BIIAB November

23 BIIAB Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care Knowledge and competency in internal quality assurance evidenced by: Holding a qualification/completing CPD training as detailed in Appendix 3 Internal Quality Assurers must: Have knowledge of the requirements of the qualification they are quality assuring at the time any assessment is taking place. Have knowledge and understanding of the role of assessors. Visit and observe assessments. Carry out other related internal quality assurance. External Quality Assurance Those involved in the external quality assurance of these qualifications (EQA s) must have knowledge and competency in first aid as well as knowledge and competency in external quality assurance. An acceptable portfolio should show: i. Occupational knowledge and competence in first aid evidenced by: Holding a first aid at work/medical qualification as detailed in Appendix 1 ii. Knowledge and competency in external quality assurance evidenced by: Holding a qualification detailed in Appendix 4 External Quality Assurers must: Have knowledge of the requirements of the qualification they are quality assuring at the time any assessment is taking place. Have knowledge and understanding of the role of Assessors and Internal Quality Assurers. Assessment and Sources of Evidence Assessment Centres Assessment Centres will be responsible for maintaining up to date information on trainers/assessors and Internal Quality Assurers and for ensuring the currency of the competence of all those involved in the assessment and internal quality assurance process. Simulation Simulation is permitted Each unit details what may be simulated Assessment The assessment should determine a learner s ability to act safely, promptly and effectively when an emergency occurs at work and to deal with a casualty. All learning outcomes in the unit(s) must be achieved. Assessment may take place at any time during the delivery of the qualification and does not need to be done as a final assessment. It is however a requirement for the learner to be aware that assessment is taking place. Version 1.1 BIIAB November

24 BIIAB Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care NOTE: If undertaking the First Aid at Work qualification Unit 2 Recognition and Management of Illness and Injury in the Workplace must be completed within 10 weeks of achievement of Unit 1 Emergency First Aid in the Workplace. Standards of first aid practice Skills and knowledge must be taught and assessed in accordance with currently accepted first aid practice in the United Kingdom as laid down: by the Resuscitation Council (UK); and in other publications; provided that they are supported by a responsible body of medical opinion. E learning For the qualifications EFAW and FAW, substitution of any of the minimum required face toface teaching time with e learning, blended learning or any other form of distance learning is not permitted. Appendix 1 Occupational Knowledge and Competence in First Aid All trainers, assessors, internal quality assurers and external quality assurers must have occupational knowledge and competence in first aid. This may be evidenced by: Holding a current First Aid at Work Certificate (issued by an Ofqual/SQA/Welsh Government recognised Awarding Organisation/Body, a HSE approved training provider or recognised equivalent*) or Holding a current Offshore First Aid Certificate issued by a HSE approved training provider or Current registration as a Doctor with the General Medical Council (GMC). Or Current registration as a Nurse with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC). Or Current registration as a Paramedic with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC). *recognised First Aid at Work certificate equivalents must be submitted to the awarding organisation/body with comprehensive mapping which evidences that all assessment criteria of the FAW qualification have been achieved within the past 3 years. Appendix 2 Acceptable Training/Assessing Qualifications This list is not exhaustive but provides a guide to acceptable training and/or assessing qualifications. Trainers who also assess student competence must hold a qualification (or separate qualifications) to enable them to perform both functions. Version 1.1 BIIAB November

25 BIIAB Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care Qualification Train 1 Assess 2 Cert Ed/PGCE/B Ed/M Ed CTLLS/DTLLS PTLLS with unit Principles and Practice of Assessment (12 credits) Further and Adult Education Teacher s Certificate IHCD Instructional Methods IHCD Instructor Certificate S/NVQ level 3 in training and development S/NVQ level 4 in training and development TQFE (Teaching Qualification for Further Education) English National Board 998 Nursing mentorship qualifications NOCN Tutor Assessor Award Level 3 Award in Education and Training (QCF) Level 4 Certificate in Education and Training (QCF) Level 5 Diploma in Education and Training (QCF) PTLLS (6 credits) Accredited Qualifications based on the Learning and Development NOS 7 Facilitate Individual Learning and Development Training Group A22, B22, C21, C23, C24 SQA Accredited Planning and Delivering Learning Sessions to Groups A1 (D32/33) Assess candidates using a range of methods A2 (D32) Assess candidates performance through observation Regulated Qualifications based on the Learning and Development NOS 9 Assess Learner Achievement SQA Accredited Learning and Development Unit 9DI Assess workplace competences using direct and indirect methods replacing Units A1 and D32/33 SQA Accredited Learning and Development Unit 9D Assess workplace competence using direct methods replacing Units A2 and D32 SQA Carryout the Assessment Process Level 3 Award in Assessing Competence in the Work Environment (QCF) Level 3 Award in Assessing Vocationally Related Achievement (QCF) Level 3 Award in Understanding the Principles and Practices of Assessment (QCF) Level 3 Certificate in Assessing Vocational Achievement (QCF) First Aid at Work Trainer course 3 3 First Aid at Work Assessor course Trainers who do not have a formal teaching/training qualification but have considerable evidence of successfully delivering first aid training within the last 3 years may be considered. A regulated teaching/training qualification will however be required from 1st October Assessors who do not hold a formal assessing qualification may alternatively attend First Aid Assessor CPD Training with an Awarding Organisation. 3. As this is not a regulated qualification, trainers will be required to achieve a formal (regulated) teaching/training qualification by 1st October As this is not a regulated qualification, assessors will be required to achieve a formal (regulated) assessing qualification or attend First Aid Assessor CPD Training with an Awarding Organisation by 1 st October Version 1.1 BIIAB November

26 BIIAB Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care Appendix 3 Qualifications suitable for Internal Quality Assurance This list is not exhaustive but provides a guide to acceptable IQA qualifications: SQA Accredited Learning and Development Unit 11 Internally Monitor and Maintain the Quality of Workplace Assessment Regulated Qualifications based on the Learning and Development NOS 11 Internally Monitor and Maintain the Quality of Assessment Level 4 Award in the Internal Quality Assurance of Assessment Processes and Practice (QCF) Level 4 Certificate in Leading the Internal Quality Assurance of Assessment Processes and Practice (QCF) V1 or D34 SQA Internally Verify the Assessment Process NOTE: IQA s who do not hold a formal IQA qualification may alternatively attend Internal Quality Assurance CPD Training with an Awarding Organisation. It is understood that not all IQA s will hold formal IQA qualifications or have attended CPD Training initially, though one of the above should have been achieved by 1 st October During this time Awarding Organisations and Centres must ensure that IQA s are following the principles set out in the current Learning and Development NOS 11 Internally monitor and maintain the quality of assessment. Appendix 4 Qualifications suitable for External Quality Assurance This list is not exhaustive but provides a guide to acceptable EQA qualifications: SQA Accredited Learning and Development Unit 12 Externally Monitor and Maintain the Quality of Workplace Assessment QCF Qualifications based on the Learning and Development NOS 12 Externally Monitor and Maintain the Quality of Assessment Level 4 Award in the External Quality Assurance of Assessment Processes and Practice (QCF) Level 4 Certificate in Leading the External Quality Assurance of Assessment Processes and Practice (QCF V2 or D35 SQA Externally Verify the Assessment Process It is understood that not all EQA s will be qualified initially, and that sufficient time should be considered to achieve these qualifications. During this time Awarding Organisations/Bodies must ensure that EQA s are following the principles set out in the current Learning and Development NOS 12 Externally monitor and maintain the quality of assessment. Version 1.1 BIIAB November

27 BIIAB Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care Appeals If learners are dissatisfied with an assessment outcome, they have the right to appeal. The main reasons for an appeal are likely to be: Learners do not understand why they are not yet regarded as competent, because of unsatisfactory feedback from the assessor Learners believe they are competent and that the assessor has misjudged them, or has failed to utilise some vital evidence. BIIAB expects most appeals from candidates to be resolved within the centre. BIIAB will only consider a candidate s appeal after the centre s internal appeals procedure has been fully exhausted. For full details of the BIIAB s appeals procedure please refer to Version 1.1 BIIAB November

28 BIIAB Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care 10. Initial Assessment and Induction Prior to the start of any programme it is recommended that centres should make an initial assessment of each learner. This is to ensure that the learners are entered for an appropriate type and level of qualification. The initial assessment should identify the specific training needs that the learner has, and the support and guidance that they may require when working towards their qualification. The centre must also identify any units the learner has already completed, or credits they have accumulated, relevant to the qualification. BIIAB suggests that centres provide an induction programme to ensure the learner fully understands the requirements of the qualification they will work towards, their responsibilities as a learner, and the responsibilities of the centre. 11. Delivery Centres must refer to the units that form the qualification and the standard that must be achieved in order to be awarded each unit. This is covered within the learning outcomes and assessment criteria that form part of the delivery. Version 1.1 BIIAB November

29 12. Resources BIIAB Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care BIIAB provides the following additional resources for this qualification: Evidence matrices for the competence / NVQ units a Summative Reflective account template Access to the QCF units. All of these resources are available for download via The Hub on centrezone.bii.org. The Hub is a secure area within CentreZone which centres approved for the qualification can access. The Hub contains documents relevant to the qualification. Centres will find The Hub on the list of tabs in CentreZone. Access to the units Units form the qualification and the standard that must be achieved in order to be awarded each unit. This is covered within the learning outcomes, assessment criteria and the indicative content that form part of the delivery. BIIAB includes the mandatory units within this pack, and makes all units available via centrezone.bii.org Summative Reflective Account In order to claim the unit(s) for the qualification, the learner will need to complete a summative reflective account, to reflect on their qualification, what they have learnt and how they have been able to apply this within their work role. 13. Design and delivery Each unit within this qualification has been allocated a number of guided learning hours (GLH). GLH are defined as the times when a tutor, trainer, mentor or line manager is giving specific advice relating to a learning outcome of the unit. This can include activities such as training sessions, tutorials, supervised study or on-the-job learning. It could also include time spent by managers or mentors assessing learners achievements. When planning how to deliver the qualification it is important to refer to this definition. BIIAB will not prescribe how the qualification is delivered, but centres must ensure the delivery chosen meets their learners needs. Version 1.1 BIIAB November

30 14. Format of Units BIIAB Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care All units within this qualification will be presented in a standard format that is consistent with the format for all units of assessment. The format will give tutors and learners guidance as to the requirements of the unit for successful completion. Each unit within this specification will be in the format below: Unit Title This will be shown as it appears on the Register of Regulated Qualifications ( Unit Number / Unique Reference Number (URN) The Unique Reference Number is the unique code that the unit is given by the Regulator. This unit will be referenced on the final qualification certificate. The same unique code for the unit applies in whichever qualification the unit is included. BIIAB also assign their own unique unit numbers which will in most instances be the same number when the unit is used in multiple BIIAB qualifications. Level This identifies the level of demand for the unit, but may be a different level to that of the overall qualification. The level of the units will be set according to National Occupational Standards and the level descriptors. Credit When a whole unit is completed the learner will achieve credits specified by the number of hours learning time it will take an average learner to complete the unit including the assessment. Guided Learning Hours (GLH) The time required by the unit for specific guidance to be provided by a tutor, mentor or expert in the subject area, for example in a training session or a one-to-one. Learning Outcomes and Assessment Criteria Learning Outcomes are what is expected that the learner will know, understand or be able to do upon successful completion of the unit. Assessment Criteria are descriptions of the requirements that a learner is expected to meet in order to demonstrate that a learning outcome has been achieved. Version 1.1 BIIAB November